The 'cops' of the track: Meet the outriders, who keep horses and riders safe
Uncovering the unsung heroes of Maryland's horseracing industry - the outriders who risk it all to ensure safety on the tracks.
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Baltimore Orioles fire manager Brandon Hyde
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Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
When and where to watch the 2025 Preakness Stakes live tomorrow night
Want to know how and where to watch the 2025 Preakness Stakes race live? Here's what to know about the big horse race.
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The Preakness Stakes had a field of nine horses that raced in Baltimore for the 2025 running of the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
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Where's Marty: Visiting Baltimore's historic Pimlico Race Course during Preakness weekend
Being at Pimlico during Preakness weekend is an absolute treat. The excitement surrounding a world-class sporting event is palpable. The mood is an excellent one indeed. Talking to a jockey about the hardest part of the Preakness Stakes is eye-opening. Discussing the vibe of what will be the last Preakness infield before the new track will be built is discussing history. And then there is the betting aspect of the Black Eyed Susan Stakes, and the Preakness Stakes, too. It is just a good time of the year to do what I do! ENJOY!
Around Town: It's all about the girls today at Pimlico for Black Eyed Susan Day
Alexus is live at Pimlico Race Course getting ready for the runnings of Black Eyed Susan Day and Preakness 150.
"Racing Biz" publisher Frank Vespe shares his top picks and projections for the 150th Preakness
Frank Vespe, founder and publisher of The Racing Biz, chats about what to expect at Preakness saturday including how the forecast will affect the race and the chances Derby favorite Journalism will win it all.
Where's Marty: Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers group
Marty Bass was at the Canton Marine Terminal, located between the Clinton Street wharfs and the Seagirt Marine Terminal. CMT is home to the Liberty Ship John W. Brown and the Nuclear Ship Savannah. This weekend, both will be open for tours during a festival that will feature food trucks and other activities. We also met two members of the 16,000-member Chesapeake Shipwatchers Facebook group. It was one of their camera that caught the Dali hitting the Key Bridge.
Meet Tobi Bear and his fuzzy friends, all available for adoption through TRU Rescue
In today’s Furever Home, Deborah Stone takes us to a recent TRU Rescue adoption event where she met some unbelievably cuddly puppies and one very snuggly adult dog named Tobi Bear.
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Remembering Baltimore City firefighter Lieutenant Mark Dranbauer
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Thousands still without power, cleaning up following Fridays incredibly powerful storms in Baltimore
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Orioles fire manager Brandon Hyde after 15-28 start
Orioles fire manager Brandon Hyde after 15-28 start
The 'cops' of the track: Meet the outriders, who keep horses and riders safe
The 'cops' of the track: Meet the outriders, who keep horses and riders safe
Stellar temps and sunshine for your Preakness Day forecast, temps peak in the high 80's
First Alert Meteorologist Rachel Jay has your Saturday forecast | May 17, 2025
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The 'cops' of the track: Meet the outriders, who keep horses and riders safe
Uncovering the unsung heroes of Maryland's horseracing industry - the outriders who risk it all to ensure safety on the tracks.
Thousands without power after tornado tears through Central Maryland
Severe storms brought major damage to neighborhoods across the Baltimore region Friday afternoon.
Mild, breezy weather filters into Maryland Sunday
Beautiful weather makes it a great Sunday for plans.
Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
Over 53,000 parking tickets issued in 2 months after Baltimore City begins 24/7 enforcement plan
Baltimore City DOT said 53,3040 parking citations have been issued since the city launched its 24-hour parking enforcement initiative on March 10.
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Maryland hospitals take preventative measures, courts close over Microsoft outage
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BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Medicaid, childcare get support in Maryland with $148M in state spending reductions
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A Baltimore man died after being sedated and restrained by medics. His mom wants answers
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Where's Marty: Visiting Baltimore's historic Pimlico Race Course during Preakness weekend
Being at Pimlico during Preakness weekend is an absolute treat. The excitement surrounding a world-class sporting event is palpable. The mood is an excellent one indeed. Talking to a jockey about the hardest part of the Preakness Stakes is eye-opening. Discussing the vibe of what will be the last Preakness infield before the new track will be built is discussing history. And then there is the betting aspect of the Black Eyed Susan Stakes, and the Preakness Stakes, too. It is just a good time of the year to do what I do! ENJOY!
Around Town: It's all about the girls today at Pimlico for Black Eyed Susan Day
Alexus is live at Pimlico Race Course getting ready for the runnings of Black Eyed Susan Day and Preakness 150.
"Racing Biz" publisher Frank Vespe shares his top picks and projections for the 150th Preakness
Frank Vespe, founder and publisher of The Racing Biz, chats about what to expect at Preakness saturday including how the forecast will affect the race and the chances Derby favorite Journalism will win it all.
Where's Marty: Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers group
Marty Bass was at the Canton Marine Terminal, located between the Clinton Street wharfs and the Seagirt Marine Terminal. CMT is home to the Liberty Ship John W. Brown and the Nuclear Ship Savannah. This weekend, both will be open for tours during a festival that will feature food trucks and other activities. We also met two members of the 16,000-member Chesapeake Shipwatchers Facebook group. It was one of their camera that caught the Dali hitting the Key Bridge.
Meet Tobi Bear and his fuzzy friends, all available for adoption through TRU Rescue
In today’s Furever Home, Deborah Stone takes us to a recent TRU Rescue adoption event where she met some unbelievably cuddly puppies and one very snuggly adult dog named Tobi Bear.
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Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
When and where to watch the 2025 Preakness Stakes live tomorrow night
Want to know how and where to watch the 2025 Preakness Stakes race live? Here's what to know about the big horse race.
Meet the horses running in the Preakness Stakes
The Preakness Stakes had a field of nine horses that raced in Baltimore for the 2025 running of the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
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Sovereignty is not running out of that starting gate in the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, two weeks after winning the Kentucky Derby. Yet he is still the talk of Pimlico Race Course this week.
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20 states sue Trump administration over conditions on federal funds
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Trump fires longtime Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
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How a Maryland family has committed to preventing sexual violence before it begins
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Baltimore's first Black- and women-owned bodega opens in Fells Point
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Annual IBIM Girls workshop connects young women with creative career opportunities
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Did you know there's a place where you can get free groceries in Baltimore City?
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BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
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Marijuana reclassification would give Maryland's cannabis industry a major tax cut
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New Maryland law requires coverage for special prosthetics used for physical activities
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Stellar temps and sunshine for your Preakness Day forecast, temps peak in the high 80's
First Alert Meteorologist Rachel Jay has your Saturday forecast | May 17, 2025
Thousands without power after tornado tears through Central Maryland
Severe thunderstorms accompanied by hail, damaging winds, and at least one tornado brought major damage to neighborhoods across the Baltimore region Friday afternoon.
Mild, breezy weather filters into Maryland Sunday
Beautiful weather makes it a great Sunday for plans.
Another wave of rain and storms is possible overnight in Maryland
Derek Beasley has your Friday evening forecast | 5/16/2025
Alert day is in effect as severe storms are possible across Maryland this afternoon
The WJZ First Alert Weather Team has issued an Alert Day Friday for the potential of strong to severe thunderstorms through Friday evening. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across the entire state of Maryland.
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Remembering Baltimore City firefighter Lieutenant Mark Dranbauer
Remembering Baltimore City firefighter Lieutenant Mark Dranbauer
Thousands still without power, cleaning up following Fridays incredibly powerful storms in Baltimore
An EF-1 tornado caused major storm damage to East Baltimore neighborhoods Friday night, per the National Weather Service.
Orioles fire manager Brandon Hyde after 15-28 start
Orioles fire manager Brandon Hyde after 15-28 start
The 'cops' of the track: Meet the outriders, who keep horses and riders safe
The 'cops' of the track: Meet the outriders, who keep horses and riders safe
Stellar temps and sunshine for your Preakness Day forecast, temps peak in the high 80's
First Alert Meteorologist Rachel Jay has your Saturday forecast | May 17, 2025